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Dr. Scott Sainburg, MD

Fullerton, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sainburg, Gastroenterologist in Fullerton, CA?

    Dr. Scott Sainburg, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Fullerton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sainburg completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Gastroenterology. Dr. Sainburg is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sainburg’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sainburg’s office at (714) 446-5831.

    Where did Dr. Sainburg go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Gastroenterology | Roosevelt Hospital Medical Center - New York

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca

    Is Dr. Sainburg board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Sainburg, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sainburg speak?

    Dr. Sainburg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Sainburg treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sainburg diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Sainburg. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena
    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Bowel Movement
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Heartburn
    • Acid Reflux
    • Indigestion
    • GERD Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R12: Heartburn

    Does Dr. Sainburg accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sainburg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 446-5831 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sainburg accept in Fullerton, CA?

    Dr. Sainburg in Fullerton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • OptumRx

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sainburg's office located?

    Dr. Scott Sainburg's Primary Practice

    1950 Sunny Crest Dr Ste 2900

    Fullerton, CA 92835

    (714) 446-5831

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    Dr. Scott Sainburg's Practice 2

    955 W Imperial Hwy

    Brea, CA 92821

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    Dr. Scott Sainburg's Practice 3

    1514 Valley Vista Dr

    Diamond Bar, CA 91765

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    What is Dr. Sainburg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Sainburg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184610552.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sainburg?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sainburg

    What is Dr. Scott Sainburg's specialty?

    Dr. Sainburg is a Gastroenterologist near Fullerton, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Sainburg to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scott Sainburg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sainburg is affiliated with Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Providence St. Jude Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Scott Sainburg accepting new patients in Fullerton, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Sainburg is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Sainburg offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sainburg's office at (714) 446-5831 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Sainburg?

    Please contact Dr. Sainburg's office at (714) 446-5831 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Sainburg have?

    Dr. Scott Sainburg is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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